Taupenot Merme, Gevrey Chambertin Bel Air

Taupenot Merme, Gevrey Chambertin Bel Air(a little known 1er that sits directly above Chambertin Clos de Bze made from vines planted in 1973). An airy red pinot fruit nose nuanced by a lovely mix of game, earth, iron, underbrush and a touch of the sauvage that continues onto the supple, delicious and very pinot flavors yet the finish is intensely earthy and serious. In sum, this is an attractive mix of beautiful fruit and ample Gevrey character, particularly on the explosive finish.

but one with detail and class

The 2010 Gazin has a delightful bouquet with more red than black fruit (raspberry

The majority of aging takes place in large

and the 2013 Barolo Riserva Vigna Rionda is a true standout in the appellation

Solid example of classic Pauillac

Sisseck is thorough and meticulous

crushed rocks

000 bottles produced

there is a welcome retention of primary juiciness

gentle grip with a persistent tarry finish that suggests that it needs more bottle age

although its blue clay a

It has a potent honeyed